Ramadan Crescent moon sighted; first day of holy month on Saturday

Saudi Arabia’s moon sighting committee officially announced that the crescent moon was observed on Friday, confirming that Ramadan will begin on Saturday, March 1. This marks the start of the holy month, during which Muslims around the world observe fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection. The sighting of the moon plays a crucial role in determining the Islamic calendar, and the announcement was made following traditional observations. As Ramadan commences, millions of Muslims in Saudi Arabia and beyond will begin their month-long period of devotion, charity, and religious observance.